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Lincoln's First Illinois Home

Decatur, IL , USA

Latitude & Longitude: 39° 50' 42.54", -89° 6' 3.120012"
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On an eminence overlooking the Sangamon River three miles south of here stood the first home of Lincoln in Illinois. To this site came the Lincoln family in March, 1830. Here they lived until 1831, when the parents removed to Coles County and Abraham set out on his own career.

Last updated: 2/14/2015 15:17:00
 
   
 
 
Lincoln's First Illinois Home Historical Marker Location Map, Decatur, Illinois Map